Modernizing the console with kmscon

Posted by bob on Oct 20, 2026 7:36 AM EDT
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For decades, the Linux virtual console has relied on the kernel fbcon driver, to draw the framebuffer, to manage fonts, and to handle keyboard layout. Starting with Fedora 45, we’re switching to a userspace utility called kmscon. Depending on your usage of virtual console, this may impact your workflow. If you’re not a developer or […]

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